Obadiah Hedden’s Farm—1800

The Durand-Hedden House 523 Ridgewood Road, Maplewood, NJ, United States

On Sunday, May 21, visitors can travel back in time to learn about Obadiah Hedden’s working farm in the year 1800 on the grounds surrounding the Durand-Hedden House in Maplewood. We’ll see what life might have been like for area residents over 200 years ago through exhibits of antique farm equipment, live animals, and a…

Living History: Revolutionary War Reenactor

John Jay Homestead Historic Site 400 Jay Street (Route 22), Katonah, NY, United States

Join us on Saturday, July 1st, to get a close-up look at our nation’s founding through the eyes of a Revolutionary War soldier. Teacher and living historian Rob Buccheri is returning to John Jay Homestead from 11:00am – 1:00pm to provide a hands-on look at a patriot soldier’s uniform and artillery, and to discuss what…

Free

Living History: Colonial Reenactor at John Jay Homestead

John Jay Homestead Historic Site 400 Jay Street (Route 22), Katonah, NY, United States

Take a step back through time with a free demonstration from historical reenactor Tom Hunt! John Jay Homestead is thrilled to welcome back Tom, who specializes in early American craftsmanship. Using authentic eighteenth-century tools, Tom will be demonstrating broom making techniques and discussing other handicrafts. Feel free to bring your questions!

Free

Living History: Native American Reenactor

John Jay Homestead Historic Site 400 Jay Street (Route 22), Katonah, NY, United States

Join us on Saturday, September 2, for a hands-on presentation about Algonkian life in the Northeast during the 18th Century with Drew Shuptar-Rayvis (Pekatawas MakataweU “Black Corn”). Drew will take us on a journey exploring changes in Algonkian life during the early-1700s, including daily living, customs of war, adoption/captivity, alliances, and friendships and marriages between…

Free

C.R.E.A.M: Career Fair For More Than Survival

@ Join us for the second annual C.R.E.A.M. Career Fair, where career fair meets block party on Oct 13th and 14th! Presented by Weeksville Heritage Center in collaboration with performance artist Ayana Evans, this non-traditional career fair breaks barriers in NYC’s arts and music sectors who support a commitment to non-discriminatory hiring. In an effort…

Beyond Punishment: Stories of Justice and Healing

@ Join us for the world premiere of Beyond Punishment: Stories of Justice and Healing, an original interview-based theater performance, co-produced by the Justice Beyond Punishment Collaborative (JBPC) and Ping Chong and Company! 11/30 and 12/1 at Weeksville Heritage Center. 12/3 at Hi-Arts. RSVP Written and directed by Kirya Traber in collaboration with the performers, Beyond Punishment follows the lives…

Holiday Open House and Historic Trolley Tours & West Orange Mayor McCartney’s Musical Mingle Jingle Tree Lighting

Washington Elementary School, 289 Main Street 289 Main Street, West Orange, United States

Downtown West Orange's annual Holiday Open House takes place on Saturday, December 2 at the Washington Elementary School, 289 Main Street. Festivities begin at 9 a.m. during Breakfast with Santa (and other fun characters) and continues throughout the day with Historic Downtown Trolley Tours personally guided by Mayor McCartney and Township officials, crafts and entertainment,…

Free

Black Historic Sites in Conversation: Weeksville Heritage Center

@ What role do institutions serve in our communities, and what roles should they serve? How do we expand and reimagine the boundaries of museums and other cultural spaces? Erica Harper, our VP of Learning and Engagement will discuss the history of Weeksville and how it has challenged her and made her think differently about…

Rest and Restore Yoga

@ Our Rest and Restore yoga series led by Six of Sensate Wellness continues this Saturday, January 27th at 2pm. We invite you to join us in this free movement practice and take a moment for you! No RSVP is required, simply join us on campus for positive vibes! Open to all ages and skill…